a’strict
a’strict is a Seoul-based media art collective known for creating immersive, large-scale installations that explore the interplay between nature, technology, and human perception. Their work often uses digital projections and sound to simulate natural environments, such as waves and water, creating surreal, meditative experiences for viewers. a’strict has exhibited internationally, including at major venues like the Pace Gallery in New York.
Biography
a’strict is a Seoul-based media art collective known for creating immersive, multi-sensory installations that explore the intersection of nature, technology, and human perception. Using advanced digital projection, sound design, and large-scale installations, a’strict transforms gallery spaces into surreal, meditative environments that mimic natural elements such as water, waves, and light. Their work invites viewers to engage with the beauty and power of nature through a technological lens, blending the organic with the digital to create contemplative, immersive experiences.One of their most renowned works, Starry Beach (2020), simulates the rhythmic movement of ocean waves across vast digital screens, surrounding viewers with a hypnotic, calming environment. The collective's ability to merge high-tech visuals with natural phenomena encourages audiences to reflect on the relationship between nature and modern technology. a’strict’s work often blurs the boundaries between reality and virtuality, exploring how digital tools can replicate and enhance our connection to the natural world.a’strict’s installations have been exhibited internationally, including at prestigious institutions such as Pace Gallery in New York. Their innovative use of digital media, combined with a focus on creating sensory, immersive experiences, has established them as a leading force in contemporary media art, offering fresh perspectives on how we experience and interact with both technology and nature.
